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"We are not going anywhere": Maidenhead rabbi's message of hope after Sydney attack

The rabbi of Maidenhead Synagogue has called for unity and peace amid the sadness and anger rippling out from the attack in Australia.

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Volunteers mark 20 years of Mitzvah Day with activities across Maidenhead

Mitzvah Day at Maidenhead Synagogue saw adults, children, councillors, an MP and members of the community mucking in to make the town and the world a better place.

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Strong message of peace and unity shared at WAMCF's Interfaith Gathering

A strong message of peace and unity was voiced as a diverse group of around 120 people of all faiths and none attended an interfaith gathering on Saturday.

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh celebrates 40 years of keeping Slough members 'connected to their roots'

HSS UK celebrates 40 years of keeping Slough members 'connected to their roots'

Archbishop of York leads 50-bishop visit to Stanley Spencer’s religious masterpieces

Archbishop Stephen Cottrell with The Last Supper by Stanley Spencer.

Archbishop leads 50-bishop visit to Stanley Spencer religious masterpieces

Photo by Ian Longthorne.

In pictures: Performances and fashion show at Maidenhead Diwali celebration

Maidenhead rabbi calls for unity in the wake of Manchester synagogue attack

Diwali 2025: Special events taking place in your area this month

Wexham Court Parish Hall

Slough council 'cannot give preferential treatment' over Hindu temple campaign

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Homeless aid dedicated to Sikh human rights defender Bhai Khalra

Slough Sikhs dedicated Monday evening’s homeless aid to one of the most revered human rights defenders of the 20th century, who had links to Slough.

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Navratri 2025: Celebrations kick off in Slough and Maidenhead with festive garba

The auspicious Hindu festival of Navratri is celebrated over nine nights to welcome the Goddess Durga after she triumphs over evil.

SAVED BY THE BELL

AN actress from Henley has returned to the stage having credited her GP for saving her life. Lottie Bell, who lives in New Street, was rushed to the Royal Berkshire Hospital last month with severe gynaecological pain. The 26-year-old was found to have...

Father and son try to sell shop after eight months

"We are not going anywhere": Maidenhead rabbi's message of hope after Sydney attack

Volunteers mark 20 years of Mitzvah Day with activities across Maidenhead

Strong message of peace and unity shared at WAMCF's Interfaith Gathering

HSS UK celebrates 40 years of keeping Slough members 'connected to their roots'

Archbishop leads 50-bishop visit to Stanley Spencer religious masterpieces

In pictures: Performances and fashion show at Maidenhead Diwali celebration

Maidenhead rabbi calls for unity in the wake of Manchester synagogue attack

Diwali 2025: Special events taking place in your area this month

Slough council 'cannot give preferential treatment' over Hindu temple campaign

Homeless aid dedicated to Sikh human rights defender Bhai Khalra

Navratri 2025: Celebrations kick off in Slough and Maidenhead with festive garba

SAVED BY THE BELL

Father and son try to sell shop after eight months

Handyman, rower and coach who ‘got the job done’

MOTORCYCLIST DIES AFTER HITTING DEER

Former rugby international named college headmaster

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Sports hall closed due to asbestos

Leader steps down

Residents unhappy to be told road won’t be repaired

Blaze family grateful for support

Christmas is brutal but I love the chaos that comes with it

Man calls for traffic calming measures after cat injured by car

Teenager lands role in Hollywood comedy Last Christmas

School carol contest biggest yet